NewJeans, one of the most popular girl groups in the K-pop industry, recently found themselves at the center of discussion as K-netizens voiced their disappointment over the group's departure from the 'girl-next-door' charm and natural aesthetics that defined their initial debut.

When NewJeans burst onto the K-pop scene with their debut, they garnered attention not only for their musical talents but also for their refreshingly natural appearance.

Embracing minimal makeup and a laid-back style, the group resonated with fans who appreciated the authenticity and simplicity that set them apart in an industry often dominated by elaborate and over-the-top visuals.

One netizen began the topic of discussion by pointing out that the members' makeup is becoming heavier and diverting from their initial natural look.

The netizen explained, "One of the reasons NewJeans exploded as soon as they debuted was because their songs were good, the girls were pretty, the concept was fresh, and one of the biggest reasons is because they were so natural/organic, no? At times, I feel their styling is way too excessive these days.

NewJeans are naturally pretty and they're still so young so I think they're beautiful enough without extravagantly dolling up.

Other netizens joined the conversation and commented, "I'm a NewJeans fan but I agree with this. They're pretty with the natural look but I don't know why they're being styled to look like 2NE1 these days," "I agree with this post. I agree that NewJeans' 'Attention' and 'Hype Boy' were high-quality songs but they stood out because of their fresh concept that fit teenage girls. I wish they could return to their unadorned natural beauty that was so charming. After all, it seems like there are no other groups who are doing similar concepts," "Their styling changed so much that I wonder if Min Hee Jin is no longer managing them lol," and "I wish they go back to their 'Attention' days."

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Actor Chun Jung Myung has opened up about a devastating betrayal by his former manager, who swindled tens of billions of won from his family. The former manager, who had been trusted like family, is now serving prison time for his actions.

In the December 8 episode of SBS’s My Little Old Boy, Chun Jung Myung shared the shocking details of his financial fraud ordeal with fellow cast members Lee Sang Min and Kim Heechul.

He explained, "I was financially defrauded by the manager I had worked with for 16 years since my debut. He forged documents to steal money and even caused huge financial losses for my parents."

A close source confirmed on December 9, "The manager mentioned on the show ultimately couldn’t repay the damages and is now serving his prison sentence for fraud."

The source also revealed that Chun Jung Myung suffered losses in the tens of billions of won. The emotional toll was severe, leading to social anxiety, and he even considered retiring from the entertainment industry due to the devastating betrayal.

Chun Jung Myung debuted in 1999 with the drama School 2 and became a household name with roles in Beijing, My Love, Fashion 70s, and What's Up Fox? However, after his role in the 2019 drama Urban Cops: KCSI, he suddenly disappeared from the spotlight, sparking concerns from fans.

An entertainment agency CEO weighed in, saying, "Celebrities, especially those with limited real-world experience, are vulnerable to scams because of their public status. Some get trapped and lose vast amounts of money after being used as figureheads."

An entertainment law expert added, "Fraud cases are tricky because proving the intent to steal is difficult. If someone makes an enticing offer, always ask, ‘Why me and not them?’ Skepticism is key."

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